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Opioid Addiction Is Hurting Children: Do Your Procedures Promote This Epidemic?

Dentistry Today

Did you see the recent study published by JAMA Psychiatry in May? The results are pretty eye-opening. It found that: “In this cross-sectional study from 2011 to 2021, an estimated 321,566 community-dwelling children in the US lost a parent aged 18 to 64 years to drug overdose, and the rate of children who lost a parent to overdose increased during this period.

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The Link Between Oral Health And Overall Wellness: Exploring The Latest Research

Oral Health Group

Although dental care typically aims to keep teeth and gums healthy, current research continues to show a deep connection between oral health and overall wellness. The post The Link Between Oral Health And Overall Wellness: Exploring The Latest Research appeared first on Oral Health Group.

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The Power of Oxygen-Ozone Therapy

Queen of Dental Hygiene

As dental professionals, our goal is to help enable our patient to have a healthy oral cavity. One of the very best tools in our dental therapeutic toolbox is unknown to most of the dental profession. It is not a medicine but rather the essence of life itself- oxygen- but even better- super oxygen- in the form of oxygen-ozone therapy. It is the safest medical therapy ever derived, it plays an important role in health, healing, and our wellbeing.

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Avoid Practice Failure: Cultivating the Right Mindset for Dental Leaders

Identity Dental

Leadership in dentistry requires more than clinical expertise; it demands a resilient and proactive mindset. Understanding how to navigate challenges and take ownership of your decisions can transform your practice and elevate your team. Here, we explore key aspects of cultivating the right mindset as a dental leader, drawing insights from Grace Rizza, CEO of […] The post Avoid Practice Failure: Cultivating the Right Mindset for Dental Leaders appeared first on Dental Marketing.

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CYBER SECURITY LEADER SILIGENT AND MASSACHUSETTS DENTAL SOCIETY INTRODUCING “THE TECH HUB” DURING YANKEE DENTAL CONGRESS 2024

Dental News and Technology

Registration Ends Thursday January 11th Georgia, Vermont – January 3 rd, 2024 – Siligent Intelligent Technology, a leading cyber security and IT services provider for dental practices, and the Massachusetts Dental Society will be introducing “The Tech Hub” on January 25 th and 26 th during the 2024 Yankee Dental Congress in Boston. According to Siligent Founder and Chief Technologist Tasha Dickinson, “Dentistry is undergoing a fertile period of innovation and transformation, which is being drive

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Interdental Papilla: Esthetic Considerations 

Dentistry Gone Digital

By: Lee Ann Brady DMD Topic originally appeared on Pankey.org : Dr. Brady allowed permission for igniteDDS to share with our readers Interdental papilla is the part of the gingiva that fills the space between teeth. It has a triangular shape in the anterior region and a concave col in the posterior region of the tooth, which is particularly determined by the adjacent teeth, the width of the interproximal tooth surfaces, and the cementoenamel junction.

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How to Scale Your WordPress and WooCommerce Startup: Tips for Growth and Expansion

Clicc Media

Are you ready to take your WordPress and WooCommerce startup to the next level? Scaling your business for growth and expansion can seem daunting, but with the right tips and strategies, it becomes doable. In this guide, we’ll break down some easy-to-follow advice to help you ramp up your business and reach new heights. Whether […] The post How to Scale Your WordPress and WooCommerce Startup: Tips for Growth and Expansion appeared first on Clicc Media Inc.

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Teen Alleges Tooth Theft While Dentist Sticks to Safety Protocols

Dimensions of Dental Hygiene

When an 18-year-old man had four teeth extracted, he anticipated taking them home, but the Benson, Arizona dental practice refused due to health protocols. The dentist cited concerns about bloodborne diseases and adherence to Occupational Safety and Health Administration guidelines, which consider extracted teeth potentially infectious materials. Although it’s not illegal to return teeth to patients, most dental providers follow strict disposal practices to ensure safety.

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10 Dental Marketing Strategies Ranked by Experts

Rosemont Review

In today’s competitive dental market, building a strong online presence is essential for attracting and retaining patients. But as you’ve likely noticed, doing so is a gradual and individualized process. As an oral healthcare professional, you’ve undergone years of training to sharpen your skills and establish your reputation in the dental field. To highlight your expertise and make you stand out, you need a highly personalized marketing plan, with each aspect tailored to your individual goals.

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Does One Size Really Fit All? How to Utilize Patient Engagement Channels Effectively

Planet DDS

Recently, Planet DDS Product Marketing Director Tony Ouk sat down with Technical Product Manager Stacie Coates , who leads product initiatives for our patient engagement suite of products. She recently did some industry research on the topic and shared some key findings. Tony: Stacie, can you tell us a little about yourself? Stacie: Absolutely!

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How Dental Offices Can Support Oral Health Education in Their Communities

Dentistry Today

A great number of kids in the United States don’t know what causes dental disease and how they can prevent tooth decay. The result is often a lifetime of poor oral health, contributing to lower grades and self-image, limited job opportunities, and poorer overall health. Family Promise of Las Vegas provides displaced families the opportunity to achieve housing stability by providing short term transitional shelter, case management and essential needs.

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Emerging Trends In Preventive Dentistry

Oral Health Group

The dental industry is constantly evolving, integrating new technologies and methodologies to advance preventive care. For dental professionals, keeping pace with these developments is essential, The post Emerging Trends In Preventive Dentistry appeared first on Oral Health Group.

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What Is The BEST Service To Be Doing In Your Practice Right NOW?

Coaches Corner

What’s the best thing that you can provide to your dental patients that they actually need AND want? What will make your patients healthier and your dental practice more profitable? Is it implants? Molar endo? Treating sleep apnea? Aligner therapy? Find out on this episode of The Dental Practice Fixers podcast for dentists. Plus… more amazing mystery shopper calls.

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Boosting New Patient Conversion: Practical Tips for Dental Practices

Identity Dental

As a dental practice owner or manager, one of your primary goals is likely to convert new patient inquiries into actual appointments. While this process can sometimes feel like a challenge, implementing a few key strategies can significantly increase your conversion rates. Here are five actionable tips to help you maximize conversions and grow your […] The post Boosting New Patient Conversion: Practical Tips for Dental Practices appeared first on Dental Marketing.

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How Patterson Helped Drs. Monica and John Shook Open a Dream Practice

Off the Cusp

Off the Cusp - Patterson Dental blog Read Time: 2 Minute, 45 Second If you want to understand the power of equipment and technology backed by Patterson’s expertise and support, look no further than Shook Family Dental in Eau Claire, Wisconsin. Newly out of dental school, married and starting their careers, the Shooks (Dr. Monica and Dr. John) dreamed of opening a family practice.

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Help! My Dental Assistant Won’t Learn New Things!

Dentistry Gone Digital

Don’t be the dental assistant who won’t learn new things. Find comfort in the new thing – even if the new things are scary at first. By: Ronda Holman Hi dear reader, my name is Ronda Holman and I have been sitting across from a dentist for a living for the last 25 years. I thought it might be time to make some written confessions as to what I have been guilty of over the years and how my dentist was able to effectively mold me into their dream dental assistant.

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Clinical Case: Closing Anterior Diastemas with Single Shade Simplicity

3M

Using 3M™ Scotchbond™ Universal Adhesive, 3M™ Filtek™ Universal Restorative, 3M™ Sof-Lex™ Contouring and Polishing Discs, 3M™ Sof-Lex™ Diamond Polishing System,

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Unveiling the Hidden Struggles: Lived Experience, impact and coping amongst children of parents who use substances

The Social Care Elf

Introduction This paper, from Muir and colleagues (2023), details a systematic review exploring the lived experiences of children and young people whose parents use substances. We know from a wide range of research and policy, that parental drug and alcohol use has wide ranging impacts on young people throughout their lives, and this study, which includes the [read the full story.

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Update on Dental Therapy in the United States

Dimensions of Dental Hygiene

A recent article in Stateline noted that dental therapists have gained authorization to practice in 14 states: Alaska, Arizona, Colorado, Connecticut, Idaho, Maine, Michigan, Minnesota, Nevada, New Mexico, Oregon, Vermont, Washington, and, most recently, Wisconsin. The National Partnership for Dental Therapy, which tracks state policies, highlights the growing acceptance of dental therapists as a vital component in addressing dental care shortages.

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Google LSA (Local Service Ads) Guide for Plastic Surgeons

Rosemont Review

Google Local Service Ads (LSAs) are a powerful paid search tool in the arsenal of plastic surgery practices looking to attract new patients. As a proximity-based advertising system, LSAs offer the chance to position your practice at the very top of Google search results for users looking for services in your area. The digital marketing consultants at Rosemont Media are here to help you make the most of your advertising budget with this helpful guide, which outlines what LSAs are, their potential

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Denticon Patient Communication: A Tech-Forward Way to Stay in Touch with Patients

Planet DDS

People are now in constant communication, whether it’s by text messages, email, or phone. However, everyone has a preferred way of communicating, which even extends to how someone communicates with a dental provider. As the dental industry becomes more competitive, meeting patients’ expectations in the way they prefer to be contacted can make the difference in attracting new patients or retaining existing ones.

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Cyber Attacks and Your Practice: Insights to Avoid Irreversible Damage

Dentistry Today

This past February, a major cyberattack disrupted hundreds of thousands of pharmacies and healthcare providers connected to Change Healthcare, part of UnitedHealth Group. The breach caused havoc on processing payments, authorizations, prescription refills, and other operations for weeks, and some services are still being restored. According to the Money Watch story on CBS News, “UnitedHealth data breach caused by lack of multifactor authentication, CEO says, “Hackers breached the computer system

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Is Accountability Missing in YOUR Leadership Model?

Oral Health Group

Perhaps I am a bit of a contrarian, but when it comes to leadership today, I feel like I go against the grain – just The post Is Accountability Missing in YOUR Leadership Model? appeared first on Oral Health Group.

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Do You Take My Insurance? The BEST Answer!

Coaches Corner

When a patient asks if you take their dental insurance and you’re not in network, how do you answer? On today’s episode of The Dental Practice Fixers Podcast featuring mystery shopper calls, we give a great answer to that question. It will actually get those PPO patients to come to your office whether you take their insurance or not!! Here are some very important and easy ways to help enhance your practice and your life!

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Google Hides Competitor Spend, Allowing for Higher Profit Margins… for them!

Identity Dental

Grace Rizza here, CEO of Identity Dental Marketing, coming at you with some insights into the ever-evolving world of online advertising, particularly in the realm of Google Ads. So, remember the good old days when we could peek over our competitors’ shoulders, so to speak, and gauge their ad spend to inform our own budget […] The post Google Hides Competitor Spend, Allowing for Higher Profit Margins… for them!

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Primeprint™ Solution – 3D Printing Simplified

Off the Cusp

Off the Cusp - Patterson Dental blog Read Time: 2 Minute, 8 Second Forget Everything You Thought About 3D Printing Primeprint Solution is a highly automated, end-to-end, medical grade 3D printing system for dentists and dental technicians who want to expand their treatment or service offerings. This smart hardware and software solution is designed for dental applications and can run the entire printing process, including post-processing.

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3 Things Dentists Should Stop Saying

Dentistry Gone Digital

By: Dr. Savanah Craig The language we choose to use is incredibly important. Unfortunately, if your dental school was anything like mine, you spend years learning all the technical parts of treatment planning and diagnosis but were never taught how to properly share that information with your patients. Unless we are fortunate enough to have a mentor or a coach who can help us learn to communicate with patients, we never know that some of the common words and phrases we are telling our patients a

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Impact of Various Treatments on Survival Rates of Cracked Teeth

The Dental Elf

Key findings: Cracked teeth syndrome has a high survival rate if diagnosed and managed appropriately. Cracked teeth that underwent root canal treatment (RCT) had slightly lower survival than teeth with vital dental pulp. Full crown coverage of cracked teeth with RCT is crucial for their survival. Introduction Cracked tooth syndrome is a dental condition where [read the full story.

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Advancements in ChatGPT-4o: AI Dental Assistants are Revolutionizing Patient Communication

My Social Practice

How AI Dental Assistants are Improving Practice Communication Welcome to the new era of dental marketing and practice management, where artificial intelligence (AI) is transforming how we connect with patients. One of the most exciting developments in this field is ChatGPT, a powerful AI developed by OpenAI. ChatGPT can understand and generate human-like text, making it an invaluable tool for communication and engagement.

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A Funeral for a Tooth Raises Funds for a Good Cause

Dimensions of Dental Hygiene

In Pearl, Mississippi, 101-year-old Doreene McCoy turned the memorial for her last remaining tooth into a humorous and charitable event. Known for her fun-loving spirit, McCoy orchestrated the June service for her 95-year-old tooth “Chewy” raising more than $100 for the Mission First Dental Clinic, which provides free dental care to low-income patients.

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AACD 2024 National Harbor, DC: Celebrating 16 Years of Dental Marketing Excellence with Rosemont Media

Rosemont Review

Rosemont Media CEO Keith Humes announces the dental marketing agency’s attendance at the 2024 AACD Conference, marking the firm’s sixteenth year as an exhibitor. San Diego, CA – Rosemont Media, the premier digital marketing agency specializing in the dental industry, is excited to announce its participation in the 40th Annual American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry (AACD) Scientific Session at the Gaylord National Resort and Convention Center.

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Unlock Dental Patient Engagement to Reach More New Patients

Planet DDS

Relying on inefficient solutions in patient engagement and marketing can have a large consequence on a dental practice’s overall business. A study showed that the average dental practice in North America misses 20% of their new-patient inbound calls; of the 80% that are answered, less than half are converted to a first appointment ( Dentists stand to gain $150,000 in profits with phone call data , Dentistry IQ).

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The Opioid Epidemic and the NOPAIN Act

Dentistry Today

What it Means to the Dental Community… The NOPAIN Act , formally known as the “Non-Opioids Prevent Addiction in the Nation Act,” is a crucial piece of legislation that aims to address the opioid epidemic in the United States. Signed into law on December 28, 2022, it focuses on promoting alternative pain management methods and reducing the reliance on opioid medications, which have been a major contributor to the widespread addiction crisis.

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Life Can Throw You a Curve. Be Prepared by Planning Your Transition Now!

Oral Health Group

I recently had the opportunity to share my perspectives on empowering your practice by thinking like a CEO when I spoke at the annual meeting The post Life Can Throw You a Curve. Be Prepared by Planning Your Transition Now! appeared first on Oral Health Group.

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How To Find and Hire the Best Team Members!

Coaches Corner

Finding and hiring great team members is one of the biggest issues in dentistry. On today’s episode of The Dental Practice Fixers, Dr. Richard Madow will reveal some unique ways to find fantastic team members that you probably have never even thought of! Plus we’ll tell you about two new educational opportunities you DO NOT want to miss!

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Ensuring Client Security: A Look into Identity Dental Marketing’s Robust Protocols

Identity Dental

In today’s digital age, the security of sensitive data is paramount, especially in industries like healthcare where patient confidentiality is mandated by law. Identity Dental Marketing understands the critical nature of safeguarding our clients’ information and has implemented a comprehensive array of measures to ensure the highest level of security.

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Let’s Talk Teeth: June is Oral Health Month!

Off the Cusp

Off the Cusp - Patterson Dental blog Read Time: 2 Minute, 52 Second It’s that time of the year again – June is here, and it’s officially Oral Health Month! We’re always excited about spreading the word on the importance of good oral hygiene, and what better time to do it than now? Not only does maintaining good oral health contribute to a winning smile, but it also plays a crucial role in our overall well-being.

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